horticulture assistant jobs

Do you enjoy working outdoors and take pride in well-presented gardens and public spaces? Are you ready to be a part of something exceptional? Invercargill City Council invites you to become a driving force in our future-focused team. With a vibrant atmosphere and an unwavering commitment to our values—positivity, respect, responsibility, and above and beyond—we're passionate about creating a...

Olivers Horticulture Harvest 2026 General Information Olivers Horticulture is a family‑owned and operated kiwifruit business based in Paengaroa, Bay of Plenty. We manage our family kiwiberry and red, gold and green kiwifruit orchards. We are on the search for some individuals to assist with our kiwifruit harvest (picking starts approx. 8th April - early June). - Kiwifruit picking is a...

Join us at New Plymouth District Council! Tuhono mai ki Te Kaunihera-a-Rohe o Ngamotu! Who are we? – Ko wai matou? Te Kaunihera-a-rohe o Ngamotu – New Plymouth District Council (NPDC) is shaping the future of our district. We’re here to serve our community and create a place where people love to live, work and visit. Guided by the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, we’re committed to building...

Join Us at New Plymouth District Council! Tuhono mai ki Te Kaunihera-a-Rohe o Ngamotu! Apprentice Horticulture Who Are We? | Ko wai matou? Te Kaunihera-a-rohe o Ngamotu - New Plymouth District Council (NPDC) is shaping the future of our district. We're here to serve our community and create a place where people love to live, work and visit. Guided by the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, we're...

Position Title: Fruit Production Leading Hand Number of Positions: 2 Location: Bay of Plenty, New Zealand Pay Rate: $28 – $34 per hour Hours of Work: ***** hours per week Key Requirements * Minimum Level 4 qualification or 2 years of experience. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Lead daily teams in pruning, thinning, bud rubbing, tipping, tying-down, and canopy work. * Assist supervisors with planning...

Position Title: Fruit Production Supervisor Number of Positions: 3 Location: Auckland Region Pay Rate: $26 – $30 per hour Hours of Work: ******* hours per week KEY REQUIREMENTS * Minimum 2 years' experience or Level 4 qualification. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Supervise and coordinate daily orchard and production activities. * Monitor plant health, crop growth, and fruit quality. * Ensure correct...

Multiple Machinery Operators wanted to join our growing teams in Bay of Plenty Gisborne Whanganui. These are full-time, permanent positions guaranteeing at least 30 hours of work per week, but you will usually work between 40 to 55 hours per week. The pay rate is $27 to $30 per hour depending on experience.Duties and Responsibilities: Inspect field conditions and assess soil quality or crop...

Brar Horti World Seeks, Horticulture Leading Hands to lead small teams in orchard tasks, includingpruning, thinning, and harvesting. The role supports supervisors and ensuresefficient operations in the Bay of Plenty region.and Fruit Production Supervisors to manage orchard operations, monitor crophealth, and lead seasonal tasks. The role ensures compliance, safety, andefficient production in the...

Position Available: Agricultural and Horticultural Mobile Plant Operator Number of Positions Available: 1Location: Warkworth, RodneyPayrate: $30 per hourMinimum Hours of Work Per Week: 30Maximum Hours of Work Per Week: 40 Key Requirements: At least 3 years of experience. or Level 4 or above qualification. Key Responsibilities: Operate and maintain tractors and other mobile farm equipment for...

* Supervising daily post-harvest operations including fruit and vegetable receiving, washing, grading, sorting, packing, labelling, and palletising. * Leading and coordinating packhouse and coolstore staff to ensure production schedules and throughput targets are achieved. * Monitoring produce quality, identifying defects, and ensuring grading standards meet market, customer, and export...

Technical Assistant Hops Team Premium Crops & Technology Motueka, New Zealand Vacancy number: 59879 Positions: 2 Fixed-term: 5 weeks Part-time Do you enjoy hands‑on, physical work where you can see a clear start and finish to each task? Gain practical, real‑world skills and grow your capability through direct involvement in hop harvesting. What you will be doing | Ngā whāinga matua You...

Education Assistant – Wellington Gardens - Fixed-term, part-time (10 hours per week, over 2 days) - Fixed term until 30 June 2027 Love working with children, learning outdoors, and inspiring care for the environment? Join Wellington City Council as a part-time Education Assistant at Wellington Gardens. Support hands‑on education programmes in iconic green spaces, working alongside experienced...

A leading research organization in New Zealand is seeking a Technical Assistant for a fixed-term role focused on berryfruit. This entry-level position offers hands-on experience in horticulture, data collection, and fieldwork with innovative breeding programmes. Ideal candidates should have a keen interest in plants and be organized. Benefits include flexible hours and 8% holiday pay....

Olivers Horticulture Harvest **** General Information Olivers Horticulture is a family-owned and operated kiwifruit business based in Paengaroa, Bay of Plenty. We manage our family kiwiberry and red, gold and green kiwifruit orchards. We are on the search for some individuals to assist with our kiwifruit harvest (picking starts approx. 8th April - early June). Kiwifruit picking is a physically...

59840 Technical Assistant BerryFruit (Fixed-Term) x 2 - Plant & Food Research Posted 1 day ago. Be among the first 25 applicants. Fixed-term: 3 months Vacancy number: 59840 Positions: 2 Minimum guaranteed hours: 5 hours per week Employment type: Full-time Seniority level: Entry level Industry: Research Services Roles and responsibilities - Develop hands‑on skills working with berryfruit...

POSITION AVAILABLE: AGRICULTURAL AND HORTICULTURAL MOBILE PLANT OPERATOR Number of Positions Available: 1 Location: Warkworth, Rodney Payrate: $30 per hour Minimum Hours of Work Per Week: 30 Maximum Hours of Work Per Week: 40 KEY REQUIREMENTS: * At least 3 years of experience. or Level 4 or above qualification. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: * Operate and maintain tractors and other mobile farm...

Are you interested in building a career in horticulture while earning and learning at the same time? Are you ready to be a part of something exceptional? Invercargill City Council invites you to become a driving force in our future-focused team. With a vibrant atmosphere and an unwavering commitment to our values—positivity, respect, responsibility, and above and beyond—we're passionate about...

Position Title: Fruit Production Leading HandNumber of Positions: 2Location: Bay of Plenty, New ZealandPay Rate: $28 – $34 per hour Hours of Work: ***** hours per week Key Requirements Minimum Level 4 qualification or 2 years of experience. Key Responsibilities Lead daily teams in pruning, thinning, bud rubbing, tipping, tying-down, and canopy work. Assist supervisors with planning and...

A local council in New Plymouth is seeking a motivated apprentice to join their Horticulture Team. The successful candidate will assist in maintaining beautiful parks and gardens while working towards a nationally recognised Level 4 Amenity Horticulture qualification. This full-time, four-year position includes weekend work and offers a yearly salary of $60,216, making it an ideal opportunity for...

Join Us at New Plymouth District Council! Tuhono mai ki Te Kaunihera-a-Rohe o Ngamotu! Who are we? - Ko wai matou? Te Kaunihera-a-rohe o Ngamotu - New Plymouth District Council (NPDC) is shaping the future of our district. We’re here to serve our community and create a place where people love to live, work and visit. Guided by the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, we’re committed to building...